Connolly Limited
Contracts Manager
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Role: (Senior) Contracts Manager
The Contracts Manager manages the entire lifecycle of a portfolio of construction projects on behalf of Connolly from the initial planning and costing to execution and completion. He/she will work closely with the Operational teams and key stakeholders across the business to manage the contracts, budgets and timelines to ensure successful project delivery. This person has a key role in the development, negotiation and review of contracts with clients, suppliers and sub-contractors to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Experience
- Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Senior Contracts Manager, Project Manager or similar construction management role.
- Experience managing multiple construction projects/contracts simultaneously.
- Strong contractor, subcontractor and supply chain management experience.
- Experience managing project budgets, costs, programmes and resources.
- Proven experience administering contracts, variations, instructions and change control processes.
- Experience monitoring project performance, risk management and compliance.
- Experience working directly with clients and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
- Experience leading, coordinating and developing site teams and/or junior managers.
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Technical Knowledge
- Strong understanding of construction project lifecycles from mobilisation through to handover.
- Sound knowledge of procurement practices and contract administration.
- Understanding of pre-contract and post-contract management responsibilities.
- Knowledge of construction health & safety legislation and CDM regulations.
- Understanding of quality assurance and compliance requirements within construction projects.
- Commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks, opportunities and cost-saving measures.
Qualifications
Relevant qualification in Construction Management, Project Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong planning, organisation and project coordination abilities.
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver projects within deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and project reporting systems.
- Ability to produce and present project performance updates to clients and senior stakeholders.
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Desirable Criteria
- Experience within social housing, planned maintenance, refurbishment or maintenance contracts.
- Experience managing small works programmes.
- Experience operating in agile or fast-paced project environments.
- Experience mentoring or developing Assistant Contracts Managers or similar roles.
- Demonstrable track record of continuous improvement and process optimisation.
- Strong reputation for collaborative working and high-quality project delivery.
- Experience inspecting completed works against legislative, contractual and quality standards.
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